Can you get a good car from buy here pay here?
Yes. BHPH dealers like Fort Lauderdale Auto Sales source vehicles from dealer-only auctions such as Manheim and ADESA. Owner Omari Grant is an ASE-certified mechanic who evaluates every vehicle mechanically at auction before purchasing. Each vehicle is then inspected and repaired at his shop, Front Line Auto, before being listed for sale with a 90-day warranty.
How do buy here pay here dealers get their cars?
BHPH dealers purchase vehicles from dealer-only auctions such as Manheim and ADESA, from trade-ins, off-lease returns, and direct purchases. The vehicles are then inspected and reconditioned before sale. At Fort Lauderdale Auto Sales, owner and ASE-certified mechanic Omari Grant personally evaluates each vehicle.
Can I request a specific car from a buy here pay here dealer?
Some BHPH dealers like Fort Lauderdale Auto Sales will look for specific vehicles at auction based on customer requests. Call (954) 793-1761 and describe your preferred make, model, year range, and budget. The dealer attends auctions regularly and can watch for your requested vehicle at no obligation.
Your Dream Car Might Already Be at Auction —
Here's How We Find It
Buy here pay here doesn't mean settling for a car you don't want. Learn how dealers source quality vehicles from auctions — including models you might not expect.
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Fort Lauderdale Auto Sales isn't a franchise and it isn't a flip lot. It's a family business built on one principle: treat people the way you'd want to be treated when buying a car.
How Dealers Source Cars
Most used car dealers buy inventory from dealer-only auctions — wholesale markets not open to the public. The two largest are Manheim and ADESA, which together process millions of vehicles per year. Local auction houses in South Florida add additional supply.
These auctions receive vehicles from many sources: off-lease returns from rental companies, bank repossessions, trade-ins from new car dealerships, and fleet vehicles from businesses. Many of these cars are 3–7 years old with moderate mileage and no major mechanical issues.
What makes Fort Lauderdale Auto Sales different: Omari Grant is an ASE-certified mechanic who evaluates vehicles at auction himself. While many dealers focus on cosmetics and price, Omari focuses on mechanical condition — engine health, transmission behavior, frame integrity, and signs of hidden damage.
“The cars you see on our lot aren't random. We look for specific vehicles that we know are mechanically sound and that our customers actually want to drive.”
From Auction to Your Driveway
Every vehicle goes through this pipeline before it reaches you.
Cars You Might Not Expect at a BHPH Lot
Many people assume buy here pay here means settling for whatever's available. Because dealer auctions include vehicles from every segment, BHPH lots can stock a wide variety of makes and models.
How to Tell Omari What You're Looking For
- Call (954) 793-1761 — tell Omari the make, model, year range, and your budget.
- He'll look at upcoming auctions — Omari attends auctions regularly and can watch for your preferred vehicle.
- No obligation — this is a conversation, not a commitment. If the right car comes up, you'll get a call.
- Same BHPH terms apply — $1,000 down, no credit check, 90-day warranty on whatever vehicle you choose.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tell Us What You're Dreaming Of
Browse our current inventory or call to describe the car you want. No obligation, no pressure — just a conversation with a mechanic who knows cars.